1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 400 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 400 | LS |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 84 L |